We will meet again

[Elaine]

I miss you Toby. You were a friend, a companion, a confidante, a playmate, a love. You were always there when i needed you. You always knew when i needed that extra something to make it thru the day. Mom and I brought you home when you were only 2 months old and you were so cute cuddled up next to the teddy bear sleeping. You were a fast learner and you never failed to impress me. You excelled in training class and the kids loved when you played soccer with them in the yard and jumped over the stone wall. All the neighbors knew you, especially those that fed the birds cus you found their stash and made yourself at home. Nothing seemed to bother you, not even the seizures. You just took things in stride. You were a beautiful sheltie, great looking and i laughed when people said i must brush you all the time since we both knew i didn't, you just looked that way. Perfect. You had so many friends, human and animal. And the walks we took. Oh the walks. You used to put me to shame trying to keep up. But then it turned the other way. You slowed down and your legs gave out from time to time. You couldn't hear me come home anymore. You got very frightened for no reason. I tried everything to make your life easier but you just didn't look happy anymore. No long walks, always jumpy even with the different meds and your teeth were causing pain and you couldn't hear. You still tried though. I just couldn't comfort you anymore. Something was wrong and I had to make the hardest decision in my life. Was i keeping you there for me or you? I didn't want to make the decision but I knew it had to be made. You couldh't tell me how you felt i just saw it in your eyes. I hope you forgive me for making the decision. I have to know in my heart that it was the right one. Even up to the end you made a difference. You left your paw prints on alot of hearts. As i sit here writing this and crying I know that we will meet again over the rainbow bridge and be together. I will always always love you and remember what a great influence you were in my life. I couldn't have made it without you. I love you Toby. rest in peace and we will meet again!!!!!